Building Self-Belief and Everyday Leadership with Simone Knego
In today’s episode, I sit down with Simone Knego, a keynote speaker, bestselling author, podcast host, and two-time TEDx speaker. Simone is about to release her new book, Real Confidence: From Unsure to Unshakeable, coming out February 17th. Together, we explore what real confidence looks like in everyday life, how to step into your own leadership, and how to move from self-doubt to self-belief.
Simone shares the concept of “Kitchen Table Leadership,” her philosophy that true leadership isn’t just about titles or boardrooms, it’s about how we show up in our daily lives. She reminds us that modeling matters more than managing, and that the words we use with ourselves shape the lives we create. We discuss how self-talk, mindset, and awareness can transform how we see ourselves, and how affirmations, when practiced consistently, can become powerful tools for growth and self-acceptance.
We talk about the importance of letting go of limiting beliefs, honoring the person you are today, and understanding that self-care is never selfish. Simone’s “Control, Alt, Delete” mindset practice teaches us to pause, reset, and reframe our thoughts, to take control of our awareness, choose alternative perspectives, and delete the beliefs that no longer serve us.
If you’ve ever struggled with comparison, perfectionism, or feeling like you’re not enough, this episode will encourage you to reclaim your confidence and reconnect with your own enthusiasm for living.
Simone Knego is an international speaker, award-winning author, and confidence expert who helps high achievers reconnect with their worth and lead more meaningful lives. Her best-selling book, The Extraordinary UnOrdinary You and her globally ranked podcast, Her Unshakeable Confidence, which she co-hosts with her daughter, have inspired audiences around the world. A two-time TEDx speaker featured on ABC, NBC, CBS, Entrepreneur, and Yahoo News, Simone is also the creator of the REAL Method, a framework for building lasting confidence from the inside out. Her upcoming book, REAL Confidence, launches in February and offers a practical guide to quiet self-doubt and lead with clarity and self-respect. From summiting Mt. Kilimanjaro, to raising six children and navigating the beautiful chaos of everyday life, she brings authenticity, perspective, and heart to everything she does.
You can find Simone Knego at simoneknego.com, and learn more about her upcoming book at realconfidencebook.com. Follow her on social media @SimoneKnego to stay connected.
